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Sandbag stations and evacuation centres open ahead of Cyclone Gabrielle
Long queues for sand, supermarkets and support as residents prepare for the storm.
Disabled man’s house wrecked in floods, much-needed modifications ruined
Jonathan Ross has lost housing modifications and medical equipment in the floods.
My Secret Auckland: Alex King: 'I love a good boogie at Shy Guy'
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.
Watch: Aja Rock and mum of sick teen targeted in deepfake video scam
Former socialite Aja Rock's Instagram account was hacked and her image was used.
'Anxiety is rising': Shelves left bare as Kiwis rush to buy groceries; supermarket bosses urge calm
Queues have already started to form as householders prepare for the storm.
Finding his roots: Jason Momoa's Kiwi kava connection
The down-to-earth star took time out to enjoy a kava session with a league legend.
‘Go, go, go, go!’: Moment escaped prisoner attempted to hijack woman’s car
The young woman said she was "paralysed" with fear when the man jumped in the backseat.
What Graeme Hart is up to: New venture by NZ's richest man
In a separate move, Hart has also done something unusual for him.
'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest track
Secondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.
'Helen Clark' MDMA scheme: Prison ordered for Gisborne man caught importing $500k ecstasy haul
Defendant sentenced to prison after appearing today in the Auckland District Court.
Ciggy-sales proposal stubs out all but 33 Super City retailers
Under the proposed allocation, Auckland would only have 33 tobacco retailers.
Sentencing: Porn addict accidentally sent child abuse images to acquaintance, spurring police search warrant
The man was joined in court by his pastor and other supporters.
Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle: What is a category 3 storm?
Expect severe gales, destructive winds and monster waves.
Latest position: Live updates of Cyclone Gabrielle's track
Large waves and a storm surge are expected to affect northern and eastern coastlines.
Stanley Point cliff collapse victim: 'Absolutely harrowing experience'
'The corner of our property went. We saw it go and heard it. It’s just a big thud.'
New Health Minister at odds over staff levels at Middlemore
Dr Ayesha Verrall says she expects improvements to staffing levels at Middlemore Hospital.
Cyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hours
The worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.
Kapa haka more than song and dance: Morrison
Broadcaster Stacey Morrison is gearing up for the M9 event.
Flood-weary Aucklanders prepare for Cyclone Gabrielle
335 families are still in temporary housing after the recent devastating floods.
What you need to know for Ed Sheeran's concerts this weekend
Sheeran is set to perform to an adoring crowd of 50,000 fans each night.
Civil earthworks company that took Covid wage subsidy in liquidation, ASB owed $5.4m
Even the Government money wasn’t enough to keep it going so the owner called it quits.
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Auckland mayor extends state of emergency
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
Why this storm could be worse: High winds to cause power cuts, downed trees, more slips and surges
Authorities warn strong winds pose higher risk of power cuts, downed trees than last time.
K-pop singer AleXa announces Auckland gig week after BlackPink cancels
NZ needs to do more to promote itself to emerging Asian markets, says promoter.
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Residents told to 'prepare for worst' - and to stock up on essentials
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
Great Barrier Island kidnapper Nathan Boulter refused parole after stalking woman
Man infamous for Great Barrier Island kidnapping refused parole on recent charges.
Third edition of popular speaking event M9 announced
The popular M9 series featuring Māori speakers is back.
'One of the most serious storms forecast for NZ this century': New Cyclone Gabrielle warning
Gabrielle could strike the upper North Island as early as Friday, forecasters warn.